The Words I Would Say

"Forgive and Forget"

Lyrics above are from the song which share the title of this blog post. I decided it was time to post again and I wasn't quite certain what to write about. I didn't wanna type yet about this specific thing going on in my life yet, because I want the video to be completed when I speak of the subject. So I was pondering what to write and then it hit me. I had a CYO retreat planning meeting this afternoon and although I cant' reveal any of that information here, I can talk about last year's retreat. I decided I would take the song, disect in in a way, and write about what I think and how this song specifically affected me. Music has always been powerful to me, especially when there are powerful memories associated with it. Here it goes! First, here's a link to the song in case any of you would like to listen. The Words I Would Say

This is how it's gonna work. I've posted the lyrics and I'm going to comment underneath each line in a different color, the lyrics will remain black. Enjoy!

Three in the morning,

I stay up this late quite a bit thinking about my life. This is already starting to fit and make sense!
And I'm still awake,
So I picked up a pen and a page,
Ok, so maybe I don't always do this, but sometimes I do!
And I started writing,
Just what I'd say,
If we were face to face,
I'd tell you just what you mean to me,
I feel like I should do this more often. Maybe I don't express myself enough to those I care about. One never knows how much time is left with the ones you have in your life. They need to know how you feel.
I'd tell you these simple truths,

Be strong in the Lord and,
Never give up hope,
You're going to do great things,
I already know,
God's got His hand on you so,
Don't live life in fear,
Forgive and forget,
But don't forget why you're here,
Take your time and pray,
These are the words I would say,
This was a powerful, powerful chorus. Last year at retreat, I was going through a lot and really did not want to be there. I had been dreading it, but I forced myself to go. I heard this song and throughout the weekend, it began to sink in and wedge a place in my heart. The line that especially hit me was "You're going to do great things". For whatever reason, this song made me believe that somebody (even if God was the only one in the universe) believed in me and I knew everything was all going to be okay.

Last time we spoke,
You said you were hurting,
And I felt your pain in my heart,
Yes, my lovelies, I really do. Whenever you come to me with a problem, I feel your pain. And all I want to do is help you the best that I can. Especially if it is a situation that I understand and have been in myself.
I want to tell you,
That I keep on praying,
Love will find you where you are,
My wish for all of you. May love find you where you are and bless you with the joy it brings.
I know cause I've already been there,
Trust me I have....
So please hear these simple truths,

Be strong in the Lord and,
Never give up hope,
You're going to do great things,
I already know,
God's got His hand on you so,
Don't live life in fear,
Forgive and forget,
But don't forget why you're here,
Take your time and pray,
These are the words I would say,

From one simple life to another,
I know I am nobody in this planet. Just another "insignificant" person. I know my time is short and my life is simple, but that won't stop me!
I will say,
Come find peace in the Father,

Be strong in the Lord and,
Never give up hope,
You're going to do great things,
I already know,
God's got His hand on you so,
Don't live life in fear,
Forgive and forget,
But don't forget why you're here,
Take your time and pray,
Thank God for each day,
His love will find a way,
These are the words I would say.
*~*~*~*
 
That's the end of the song! This wasn't the best post every and not the best commentary on the song, but maybe at least listening and learning about a new and incredible song will influence you and bless you. May God bless you and keep you in the palm of his hands.
 

Much love and hugs,

Sam